UMM MEETING - Chad Collins shares insights about the Crossing, an alternative school for those experiencing difficulty learning in the traditional school. Chad speaks on Mon., February 28th at 6:00 pm. Dinner costs $7.50. For the presentation only come at 6:45 pm. Ladies welcome. Call Craig Williams at 453-4055 for reservations.
RELAY FOR LIFE: GRACEFUL WALKERS, Grace's team for the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life, is in need of a team captain.If you are interested, contact the church office or Barb Hobbs.
CALL TO PRAYER AND SELF DENIAL - All women (and interested men) are invited to this special service offered by United Methodist Women on Tuesday, March 8.At 9:00 a.m. in the Chapel. We will honor retired United Methodist missionaries and deaconesses. Then at 10:15 a.m., we will tour the Kokomo Rescue Mission and enjoy a fellowship lunch with other guests. Please sign up by March 1 at the Welcome Center or in Fellowship Hall so the Rescue Mission will know the number attending. Childcare will be available at Grace UMC until noon by pre-registration. Please bring a lunch for your child(ren).
ADDED GRACE-Nancy Hefley will be the hostess for the March 1st meeting which will be in Fellowship Hall at 11:30 AM. The program will be presented by Galen and Hazel Hodge and will be entitled "Our Trip Around Ireland". The history of Ireland and the landscape will be discussed. The dinner will be $6.00. Make your reservations on Sunday February 20 or 27, 2011 or by telephone at 452-3038 (Nancy Hefley). If you want to come but need a ride, call Nancy.
LADIES OF GRACE UMC...dedicate this Lenten season to all of the women who followed Jesus! This 8-week Bible study of daily readings focuses on those who were eyewitnesses to his life's ministry-and who played important roles in the story of his resurrection. You'll also learn about the significance of the Lord's Supper, Maundy Thursday, the Ascension, Pentecost, and many Easter hymns. This Bible study will begin on Tuesday morning February 22 at 9:00-11:00 a.m. or Thursday evening from 6:30-8:00 pm and go for eight weeks ending April 12th/14th. contact the church office (457-5329) or Jayna Beutler (455-0515) if you would like to sign up for this class.
STREAMS OF LIVING WATER- a series based on Richard Foster's book of that name, has just begun in the Growing Christians Sunday School Class. This series is a balanced path to renewal of the spirit using the great traditions of the Christian faith. Interested persons are invited to any of the video sessions which will continue through April. class meets Sundays from 11 a.m. to 11:45-noon in the NW balcony classroom. Questions? Call Brownfields at 455-1764.
WOMEN OF ALL AGES - (Teens through Seniors) - The "Short and Sweet" Refresh Retreatfor you! Sign up soon for this Saturday, February 26 morning of activities for body, mind, and spirit. From 9:00 - 11:45am we'll do yoga stretches (led by an instructor who accommodates all ages), fun cupcake decorating, grazing (sampling) of delicious treats, and relaxation through bubbles, hand massage, and quieting music. Registrations with $10/person are needed by February 21. Registration brochures are at the Welcome Center and Church Office. Childcare is available by registration. Bring a guest and come have fun! Questions? Call Jan Wall (459-9255), Donna Brownfield (455-1764), or Ann Winger (457-7369).
Call to Prayer and Self Denial - All women (and interested men) are invited to this special service offered by United Methodist Women on Tuesday, March 8. At 9:00 a.m. in the Chapel we will honor retired United Methodist missionaries and deaconesses. Then at 10:15 a.m., we will tour the Kokomo Rescue Mission and enjoy a fellowship lunch with other guests. Please sign up by March 1 at the Welcome Center or in Fellowship Hall so the Rescue Mission will know the number attending. Childcare will be available at Grace UMC until noon by pre-registration. Please bring a lunch for your child(ren). 